unido, is a specialized agency in the united nations system, headquartered in vienna. the organization's objective is the promotion and acceleration of industrial development in developing countries and countries with economies in transition and the promotion of international industrial cooperation.

the international monetary fund (imf) works to achieve sustainable growth and prosperity for all of its 190 member countries. it does so by supporting economic policies that promote financial stability and monetary cooperation, which are essential to increase productivity, job creation, and economic well-being. the imf is governed by and accountable to its member countries.

the international fund for agricultural development (ifad) is an international financial institution and a specialized agency of the united nations dedicated to eradicating poverty and hunger in rural areas of developing countries.

the economic and social commission for asia and the pacific serves as the united nations’ regional hub promoting cooperation among countries to achieve inclusive and sustainable development. it is the largest regional intergovernmental platform with 53 member states and 9 associate members.

the un capital development fund makes public and private finance work for the poor in the world’s 46 least developed countries (ldcs)

the global authority for the environment with programmes focusing on climate, nature, pollution, sustainable development and more.